Setting up GSXR750 for track days

**nzspokes** · 25th November 2016, 20:46

Just picked up a K9 GSXR750 which I will be doing some track days on.

Anybody got any tips on settings for em? Anything they need done over normal servicing stuff?

**BuzzardNZ** · 25th November 2016, 20:50

Originally Posted by nzspokes

Just picked up a K9 GSXR750 which I will be doing some track days on.

Anybody got any tips on settings for em? Anything they need done over normal servicing stuff?

Replace the suspension, as per usual!

**nzspokes** · 26th November 2016, 06:58

So far really only looking at braided lines and a quickshifter.

**roogazza** · 26th November 2016, 07:25

Originally Posted by nzspokes

Just picked up a K9 GSXR750 which I will be doing some track days on.

Anybody got any tips on settings for em? Anything they need done over normal servicing stuff?

I'd start with the handbook settings spokes and work from there.One of the worst things I've struck with pre owned stuff is some expert winds the rebound up with the idea more is better?

I went on sites like 'sportbike' and made a note of what road testers went for , but in the end you really have to go for what you like in feel.

I've just had new seals and oil etc in the K6 and am playing with different settings. But like I said YOU have to like it not some other wanna be expert.
I have a preference to softer always have (like the bike moving around abit).
You can throw money at it with ohlins n shit but it won't make you a Rossi. Its more about what you yourself appreciate.

**nzspokes** · 26th November 2016, 07:43

Originally Posted by roogazza

I'd start with the handbook settings spokes and work from there.One of the worst things I've struck with pre owned stuff is some expert winds the rebound up with the idea more is better?

I went on sites like 'sportbike' and made a note of what road testers went for , but in the end you really have to go for what you like in feel.

I've just had new seals and oil etc in the K6 and am playing with different settings. But like I said you have to like it not some wanna be.
I have a preference to softer always have (like the bike moving around abit).
You can throw money at it with ohlins n shit but it won't make you a Rossi. Its more about what you yourself appreciate.

This bike is single owner and an older guy that used it for commuting. Its bog stock with hot grips. But the shocks and forks are off being serviced before I get it.

Will set it to factory settings and go from there. I read the stock brakes are a bit mud but they only slow you down.

Im even going to leave the stock exhaust so I dont need to stuff around with extra tuning.

**SVboy** · 26th November 2016, 08:57

send forks and shock to Robert Taylor. Tell him your intended use. Difference is amazing. if you don't , at least set the sags, say 25-30 mm both ends for track. Brakes, thinner rotors on the k8. They can warp but at least fit braided lines. M/c ratio is wrong. Brembo RCS and EBC HH pads for the win. Perfect bike. Loved mine.

**Jin** · 26th November 2016, 10:32

Tank grips and $40 ebay clip ons and your good to go

**AllanB** · 26th November 2016, 10:38

The engines appear bulletproof.

Most owners don't change coolant (I've always done mine every 3 years) - presume you need to flush and replace it. Are you allowed the green stuff on a track?

Brake fluid you'll do with the braided lines.

Good rubber obviously.

Get out and fang it then tweak suspenders to suit.

Good choice.

Have fun.

**HenryDorsetCase** · 26th November 2016, 16:52

case protectors (GB racing). take off all the road gear incl fairings and put some shitty ebay ones on. fork spindle protectors and such.

**nzspokes** · 26th November 2016, 18:20

Originally Posted by HenryDorsetCase

case protectors (GB racing). take off all the road gear incl fairings and put some shitty ebay ones on. fork spindle protectors and such.

Yeah shopping for such things now. Least these things are easy to get parts for.

**SVboy** · 26th November 2016, 18:39

Coolant every three years! allanB, please leave your Ducati at the front desk and catch a bus. Every year, if you care!

**AllanB** · 26th November 2016, 20:06

Originally Posted by SVboy

Coolant every three years! allanB, please leave your Ducati at the front desk and catch a bus. Every year, if you care!

NAh - I don't put that may kms on a year! Think I did the hornet every two years if I remember correctly. I'm the only one I know who changes it at all!

You got me wondering though and I checked my Ducati handbook - every 36 months apparently. No doubt it requires a 'special tool' bawahahahahaha